
Dr. Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi, MD, PhD, FAAD
Dermatologist
1601 Jacaman Rd Suite 101 Laredo Texas, 78041-6417About
Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi, MD, PhD, FAAD, is a top dermatologist and dermatopathologist at Cutis Wellness Dermatology & Dermatopathology, PLLC in Laredo, Texas. She obtained her medical (MD) and doctorate (PhD) from the Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha, medical honors society. At The University of Chicago Medicine, Dr. Obasi served as a dermatology resident, dermatopathology fellow, and clinical instructor. At Crozer Chester Medical Center, affiliated with Temple School of Medicine, she worked as a transitional year resident. Dr. Obasi has a passion for patient education.
Dr. Obasi has written a children's book called "SKINTACULAR FACTS!: Fun facts for kids about skin by a dermatologist", the book is also written in Spanish, "¡HECHOS SKINTACULARES!: Datos divertidos para niños sobre la piel por un dermatólogo". Both are available for purchase on Amazon. Dr. Obasi is also doing patient education videos on a YouTube platform called DermLayer with an educational series called "FunDERMentals with Dr Adaobi Obasi" (www.youtube.com/@dermlayer6455).
Dr. Obasi was certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology in 2014 and was also certified in Dermatopathology by the American Board of Pathology in 2015. She has won many awards including, Top Doctor Awards Magazine in Dermatology (2019), the 12th Annual San Antonio “Best Doctor” Award in Dermatology (2018), the World Congress of Dermatology Scholarship (2015), National Medical Association/John A. Kenney, Jr Resident Symposium Award (2014), Women’s Dermatological Society mentorship award (2013-2014),
American Society of Dermatopathology mentorship award (2013-2014), Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic and Clinical Conference, Advance Resident Training and Education Scholar (2014), National Psoriasis Foundation Resident Scholar Award (2013), American College of Rheumatology/Research and Education Foundation Medical/Graduate Student Achievement Award (2009), American College of Physician National Medical Student Abstract Award (Basic Science Research) (2009), Temple University School of Medicine/Measey Foundation MD/PhD Award (2009), among others.
Here are Dr. Obasi's Social Media Links:
Dermlayer (her educational platform):
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dermlayer
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dermlayer
Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@dermlayer
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@dermlayer6455
Cutis Wellness Dermatology (her practice):
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CutisWellnessDermatology
Instagram: www.instagram.com/cutiswellnessderm
Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@cutisdermatology
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@cutiswellnessdermdermpath8444
Skintacular (the Children's book):
Facebook: www.facebook.com/skintacularfacts
Instagram: www.instagram.com/skintacular_
Education and Training
The University of Chicago Medicine Dermatology 2015
Crozer Chester Medical Center Transitional Year Resident 2011
Temple School of Medicine MD/PhD Program 2010
Board Certification
American Board of Dermatology
American Board of Pathology
Provider Details

Dr. Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi, MD, PhD, FAAD's Expert Contributions
I have a lump on my lungs
Hello there! I recommend see a physician/lung specialist called a pulmonologist that can evaluate, and if needed, do imaging and diagnose this lesion so appropriate treatment can be given! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Penile bump
Hello there! Cysts can behave like that. There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose the lesions so appropriate treatment can be given! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below) Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
how to tell if i have hpv or just a skin tag
Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this growth! I invite you to check out my YouTube video on genital bumps Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Spot under toe nail
Hello there! Sometimes bleeding under the toenail plate from trauma can occur and tend to grow out with the nail. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this lesion so appropriate treatment can be given if it doesn’t grow out with the nail. Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Penile cyst
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! Please don’t pick or squeeze any skin lesions. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose these! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below) Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Yellow bump with red hardened skin around.
Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this lesion ! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
What is this in your professional opinion?
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are cancerous and some are not! I definitely recommend see a physician that can evaluate biopsy and diagnose this lesion and determine if it is a non cancerous mole/nevus or an abnormal/dysplastic nevus or melanoma! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Bumps, rashes on penis and genitals
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician that can biopsy and diagnose these! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below) Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Wound on forehead
Hello there! Lesions like this are commonly from burns or abrasions and tend to leave discoloration and may scar. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist so appropriate treatment can be given! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
A patch of skin is dark brown on my arm.
Hello there! A small brown spot or macule like this can be a non cancerous mole called nevus or other potential lesions. I recommend see a physician that can biopsy and diagnose growths on the skin that are new esp if they are changing! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Eyelashes
Hello there! There are different reason the eyelids/eyelashes can behave abnormal eg inflammation or infection. I recommend see a physician to diagnose this because a scratch or abrasion of the cornea of the eyeball is much more painful. Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Yellow bump with red hardened skin around.
Hello there! Yes I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this rash! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Yellow bump with red hardened skin around.
Hello there! Yes I recommend go back see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this rash so appropriate treatment is given. Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Is it IBC
Hello there! There are different possibilities for this lesion. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this lesion! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Yellow bump with red hardened skin around.
Hello there! It appears you may have a skin infection eg uncle, abscess, myaisis etc I recommend go back and see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy or drain/culture and diagnose this bump Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Yellow bump with red hardened skin around.
Hello there! Knowing what type of spider or taking a picture would have been helpful. Yes I recommend go back and see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this lesions! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Bumps, rashes on penis and genitals
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not such as a latex allergy. I recommend see a physician that can biopsy and diagnose these! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps and genital itching (link below) Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
What is this around my mouth
Hello there! A common condition in this location is and inflammation of the skin called ‘perleche’ or ‘angular cheilitis’ I recommend see a physician that can evaluate and possibly biopsy and diagnose this rash! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Is this ringworm, mrsa or spider bite?
Hello there! These are very different etiologies (fungus vs resistant bacteria vs bite). It may sometimes be hard to tell the difference in the lesions and treatment for one condition eg bug bite ( ie with a steroid) can make the others conditions (Mrsa and ringworm) worse because they are infectious. I recommend see a physician that can biopsy and diagnose this rash! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98 READ MORE
Dermatologist
Hello there! This is one of the most common concerns in a derm clinic! You can start by using over the counter acne products if very mild. But depending on the cause of the acne and severity, I recommend get evaluated by a physician for customized medications (both topical and if needed oral meds) READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Preceptor Texas A&M International University 2023 - Present
- Preceptor University of Incarnate Word/Laredo Medical Center Family Medicine Residency 2019 - Present
Awards
- NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award 2008 Predoctoral Fellowship
- MD/PhD Award 2009 Temple University School of Medicine/Measey Foundation
- American College of Physicians 2009 National Medical Student Abstract Award (Basic Science Research)
- American College of Rheumatology/Research and Education Foundation 2009 Medical/Graduate Student Achievement Award
- National Psoriasis Foundation 2013 Resident Scholar Award
- Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic and Clinical Conference 2014 Advance Resident Training and Education Scholar
- American Society of Dermatopathology 2014 Mentorship Award
- Women’s Dermatological Society 2014 Mentorship Award
- National Medical Association/John A. Kenney, Jr 2014 Resident Symposium Award
- Scholarship 2015 World Congress of Dermatology
- 12 th Annual San Antonio 2018 “Best Doctor” Award in Dermatology
- Dermatology 2019 Top Doctor Awards Magazine
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Society of Dermatopathology
- alpha omega alpha medical honors society
Fellowships
- University of Chicago Medical Center dermapathology
Areas of research
Dr. Obasi has written a children's book called "SKINTACULAR FACTS!: Fun facts for kids about skin by a dermatologist", the book is also written in Spanish, "¡HECHOS SKINTACULARES!: Datos divertidos para niños sobre la piel por un dermatólogo". Both are available for purchase on Amazon. Dr. Obasi is also doing patient education videos on a YouTube platform called DermLayer with an educational series called "FunDERMentals with Dr Adaobi Obasi" (www.youtube.com/@dermlayer6455).
Dr. Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi, MD, PhD, FAAD's Practice location
Cutis Wellness Dermatology & Dermatopathology PLLC
1601 Jacaman Rd Suite 101 -Laredo, Texas 78041-6417Get Direction
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Get to know Dermatologist & Dermatopathologist Dr. Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi, who serves patients in Laredo, Texas.
Dr. Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi is the Medical Director of Cutis Wellness Dermatology & Dermatopathology, PLLC, located in Laredo, Texas. She is dedicated to helping patients achieve their best skin, hair and nail health by offering them the best in dermatologic care and education. As a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist, Dr. Obasi uses evidence-based medicine to provide the most appropriate, optimized treatment plan for all patients’ skin, hair and nail conditions. Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with diseases of the skin, nails, hair, and external genital region. It is a specialty with medical, surgical and aesthetic/cosmetic aspects, which Dr Adaobi Obasi offers to all her patients. Dermatopathology, on the other hand, is a joint subspecialty of dermatology and pathology that focuses on the diagnosis of cutaneous diseases at a microscopic and molecular level, including rashes, cancers, and other skin growths, to better care for patients.
Dr. Adaobi Obasi received her medical degree (MD) and her doctorate (PhD) in Microbiology and Immunology as part of a joint MD PhD program from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. She was also inducted as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors society. Dr. Obasi also completed her residency in dermatology and her fellowship training in dermatopathology at the University of Chicago Medical Center. She is board-certified and a diplomate in dermatology and dermatopathology by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD). As a dermatologist and dermatopathologist, Dr. Obasi speciality interests include skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, women’s health, early childhood dermatology education, cosmetic dermatology, ethnic skin dermatology (including pigmentary disorders), inflammatory skin conditions (including eczema/atopic dermatitis and psoriasis), cutaneous immunology (including connective tissue diseases like lupus and blistering diseases), as well as disorders of the external genitalia.
Dr Adaobi Obasi has a passion for education which she believes empowers patients and the community to make autonomous healthy decisions and form good habits to enable them enjoy healthy beautiful skin throughout their lives. She has published articles in peer-reviewed journals, given many lectures on her research in immunology, as well as specialty in dermatology and dermatopathology in local, regional, national and international meetings. She has also authored book chapters in dermatopathology textbooks. Recently, Dr Adaobi Obasi has published a children’s book in English and Spanish called “Skintacular Facts – Fun Facts for kids about skin by a dermatologist” available on Amazon.com (link https://a.co/d/cz5dh7A) and “Hechos Skintaculares – Datos divertidos para niños sobre la piel por un dermatólogo” (link https://a.co/d/5hXztII ), respectively.
Dr Obasi believes that prevention and early intervention through educating children on their skin, will set them up for healthy skin throughout their lives. In addition, Dr Obasi also educates the public on their skin, hair, and nail care on a YouTube platform called DermLayer (link Youtube: www.youtube.com/@dermlayer6455 ) with her educational videos called “FunDERMentals with Dr Adaobi Obasi.” These videos educate patients using simple analogies, examples and other tools to enable patients best understand their skin, hair, and nails to enable them make the best, holistic and personalized choices for themselves, to enjoy healthy, beautiful skin, hair and nails.
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